Tulum in November
Great time to visit
The weather gods smile again as dry season returns with comfortable temperatures and minimal rain. Tourist crowds start building but it's still manageable compared to winter peak season.
Weather
November marks the glorious return of dry season with humidity dropping and rainfall becoming rare. Temperatures moderate to comfortable levels with cool evenings returning. Clear skies dominate most days.
30°C high23°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$140/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Day of the Dead (November 1-2)
- •Thanksgiving crowds arrive late month
November Tips
- •Book ahead for Day of the Dead - hotels fill up with Mexican tourists
- •Perfect weather returns for cenote diving
- •Thanksgiving week sees American tourist surge
All Months
November through April is peak season for good reason – dry weather, minimal humidity, and trade winds that keep mosquitoes manageable. December and January are perfect but expect crowds and high prices. March hits the sweet spot of great weather before spring break madness.
May through October brings rain, heat, and humidity that can be brutal. But here's the upside – hotel rates drop 50%, cenotes feel refreshing instead of shocking, and you'll have ruins mostly to yourself. Just pack serious bug spray.
Avoid late September through early November – hurricane season peaks, and many beach clubs close for maintenance. The ruins close during severe weather, which defeats half the purpose of coming.
For the best experience, arrive Tuesday or Wednesday to avoid weekend crowds from Cancún and Playa del Carmen day-trippers.
Tulum Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
9/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
7/10
Budget
5/10
Luxury
8/10
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